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The Delhi Sultanate: Economic Policies and Trade

Description: Test your knowledge about the economic policies and trade practices during the Delhi Sultanate period in Indian history.
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Which Delhi Sultanate ruler introduced the concept of Iqta, a system of land grants in exchange for military service?

  1. Iltutmish

  2. Alauddin Khalji

  3. Muhammad Tughluq

  4. Firoz Shah Tughluq


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Iltutmish introduced the Iqta system to strengthen his military and consolidate his control over the vast territories of the Delhi Sultanate.

What was the primary source of revenue for the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. Land Tax

  2. Customs Duties

  3. Jizya

  4. Zakat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Land Tax, also known as Kharaj, was the primary source of revenue for the Delhi Sultanate. It was levied on agricultural produce and collected from both Muslim and non-Muslim subjects.

Which Delhi Sultanate ruler implemented a comprehensive system of market regulations and price controls?

  1. Alauddin Khalji

  2. Muhammad Tughluq

  3. Firoz Shah Tughluq

  4. Sikandar Lodi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alauddin Khalji introduced a comprehensive system of market regulations and price controls to stabilize the economy and ensure fair trade practices.

What was the primary export commodity of the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. Cotton Textiles

  2. Spices

  3. Precious Metals

  4. Manufactured Goods


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cotton Textiles were the primary export commodity of the Delhi Sultanate, renowned for their intricate designs and high quality.

Which Delhi Sultanate ruler attempted to introduce a uniform currency system throughout his empire?

  1. Iltutmish

  2. Alauddin Khalji

  3. Muhammad Tughluq

  4. Firoz Shah Tughluq


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Muhammad Tughluq attempted to introduce a uniform currency system, replacing the existing diverse coinage with a single silver coin known as the Tanka.

What was the primary import commodity of the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. Horses

  2. Luxury Goods

  3. Raw Materials

  4. Manufactured Goods


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Horses were the primary import commodity of the Delhi Sultanate, essential for maintaining a strong cavalry force.

Which Delhi Sultanate ruler established a department of agriculture to promote agricultural productivity and improve irrigation systems?

  1. Iltutmish

  2. Alauddin Khalji

  3. Muhammad Tughluq

  4. Firoz Shah Tughluq


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Firoz Shah Tughluq established a department of agriculture, known as the Diwan-i-Kohi, to promote agricultural productivity and improve irrigation systems.

What was the primary trade route used by the Delhi Sultanate for international trade?

  1. Grand Trunk Road

  2. Silk Road

  3. Arabian Sea Trade Route

  4. Bay of Bengal Trade Route


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Arabian Sea Trade Route was the primary trade route used by the Delhi Sultanate for international trade, connecting it to regions such as the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia.

Which Delhi Sultanate ruler introduced a system of taxation based on the measurement of cultivated land?

  1. Iltutmish

  2. Alauddin Khalji

  3. Muhammad Tughluq

  4. Firoz Shah Tughluq


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Alauddin Khalji introduced a system of taxation based on the measurement of cultivated land, known as the Biswa system.

What was the primary mode of transportation used for trade within the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. Bullock Carts

  2. Horses

  3. Camels

  4. Ships


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bullock Carts were the primary mode of transportation used for trade within the Delhi Sultanate, due to their affordability and suitability for transporting goods over long distances.

Which Delhi Sultanate ruler established a network of sarais, or rest houses, along major trade routes to facilitate the movement of traders and goods?

  1. Iltutmish

  2. Alauddin Khalji

  3. Muhammad Tughluq

  4. Firoz Shah Tughluq


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Firoz Shah Tughluq established a network of sarais, or rest houses, along major trade routes to facilitate the movement of traders and goods.

What was the primary form of currency used in the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. Gold Coins

  2. Silver Coins

  3. Copper Coins

  4. Paper Money


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Silver Coins were the primary form of currency used in the Delhi Sultanate, with the Tanka being the most common denomination.

Which Delhi Sultanate ruler attempted to introduce a system of forced labor to boost agricultural production?

  1. Iltutmish

  2. Alauddin Khalji

  3. Muhammad Tughluq

  4. Firoz Shah Tughluq


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Muhammad Tughluq attempted to introduce a system of forced labor, known as the corvée system, to boost agricultural production.

What was the primary purpose of the Delhi Sultanate's trade policies?

  1. Revenue Generation

  2. Economic Growth

  3. Political Stability

  4. Cultural Exchange


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary purpose of the Delhi Sultanate's trade policies was to generate revenue for the state and support the military and administrative expenses of the empire.

Which Delhi Sultanate ruler implemented a system of market regulations known as the Hisba?

  1. Iltutmish

  2. Alauddin Khalji

  3. Muhammad Tughluq

  4. Firoz Shah Tughluq


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Alauddin Khalji implemented a system of market regulations known as the Hisba, which aimed to control prices, ensure fair trade practices, and prevent hoarding of essential commodities.

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